Scranton, Pennsylvania vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 36.8% more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $59,660 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Providence
than in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton, PA vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Scranton, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  202.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% higher
  Commute
  27.3% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.0% higher